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Dubstar · 02-17-2011, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by kidd636

I was able to get $20 worth of Family Video credit from Groupon. And since their Criterions are listed at $25.99, my total out of pocket will just be $16 or so. Defintely not a bad price for a Criterion BD.

Now which one is better? "Still Walking" or "Kagemusha"?

Based on the trailers, I'm more inclined to get Kagemusha since I'm into war movies. I'm just concerned about the PQ though since it's a relatively old film. Did Criterion do a good job in restoring this one?

On the other hand, I also have a soft spot for films that make you feel you're just watching ordinary people going on about their lives, which what "Still Walking" seems to be...

Still Walking is more Ozu than Kurosawa if you ask me.

BasicGreatGuy · 02-17-2011, 03:09 AM

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Originally Posted by montereypop

Yeah, I just found The Flamenco Trilogy new at a Borders for around $30. I think that is one of the best deals I've ever gotten.

You scored big time at that price. Well done.

Hendershot737 · 02-17-2011, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Indyjones

Just pulled the trigger on a sealed copy of The Third Man on amazon. I think I learned my lesson, and the hard way - pick up Criterion's while they're still in print!!!!

I did the same about a week ago. Good times...but I think we both learned our lessons

basso profundo · 02-17-2011, 03:52 AM

And count me as one more who has just blown a ridiculous sum on the Criterion Third Man. I even spent a little extra to get a sealed copy in the original, cardstock packaging, as I'm among the seeming few who actually like those "digipaks."

shinseiRomeo · 02-17-2011, 04:24 AM

Review is live:

Still Walking Blu-ray Review

easyblu · 02-17-2011, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by shinseiromeo

Review is live:

Still Walking Blu-ray Review

Wow, that was a very glowing review, only lacking in extras. I need to get that blu-ray soon.

kidd636 · 02-17-2011, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by easyblu

Wow, that was a very glowing review, only lacking in extras. I need to get that blu-ray soon.

Finally! The review I've been waiting for! I'm in this for $17!

Btw, does Criterion have a slip cover?

Pyoko · 02-17-2011, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by kidd636

Btw, does Criterion have a slip cover?

Not for Still Walking.

kidd636 · 02-17-2011, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Pyoko

Not for Still Walking.

Okay that's good since I'm going to have it shipped from Family Video.
Because from what I heard they don't pad their packages, so a slip will definitely get all banged up.

italy12 · 02-17-2011, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by kidd636

Okay that's good since I'm going to have it shipped from Family Video.
Because from what I heard they don't pad their packages, so a slip will definitely get all banged up.

My BBS box from them came and literally looked like a truck had fallen on top of it. The box was severely ripped, and I'm not just talking about a dinged corner. The individual slips inside with the movies were all squished.

I had to send it back and even when I explained my problem, and was assured that this next time would be different (packaging), it arrived packaged the same way. The results, though, were much better. All it took was a replacement box from Jon Mulvaney to fix everything.

kidd636 · 02-17-2011, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by italy12

My BBS box from them came and literally looked like a truck had fallen on top of it. The box was severely ripped, and I'm not just talking about a dinged corner. The individual slips inside with the movies were all squished.

I had to send it back and even when I explained my problem, and was assured that this next time would be different (packaging), it arrived packaged the same way. The results, though, were much better. All it took was a replacement box from Jon Mulvaney to fix everything.

Wow geez!

Anybody else who had experience ordering BDs from them that just come in regular amaray or white Criterion cases? Any of them arrived damaged?

italy12 · 02-17-2011, 02:35 PM

[Show spoiler]

just dropped down to $25.99 on amazon for those interested...

greekak229 · 02-17-2011, 02:37 PM

I'm so pumped for Sweet Smell of Success. Gonna be a great Blu-ray.

ShellOilJunior · 02-17-2011, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by greekak229

I'm so pumped for Sweet Smell of Success. Gonna be a great Blu-ray.

I'm with ya. Lancaster and Curtis are great in it.

Arkadin · 02-17-2011, 03:11 PM

I've been obsessed with both Lancaster and Kirk Douglas lately.
been buying up all their films on dvd, and watching a ton of them.
they really are two of my absolute favorite actors now.
I would highly recommend everyone on here rent or buy "Lonely are the Brave" and "Lawman" and check them out.
incredible films.
I pretty much have enjoyed all of their films, but those 2 really stand out.
also really liked "The Killers","Birdman of Alcatraz", and "Gunfight at OK Corrall"

Indyjones · 02-17-2011, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Hendershot737

I did the same about a week ago. Good times...but I think we both learned our lessons

Yep. Now, do I go after The Man Who Fell To Earth?

ccfixx · 02-17-2011, 04:34 PM

Newsletter is out.

Looks like the clue is pointing to Louis Malle's "Black Moon".

CC

Beta Man · 02-17-2011, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ccfixx

Newsletter is out.

Looks like the clue is pointing to Louis Malle's "Black Moon".

CC

My mail server must be pre-occupied with screening, and then allowing all of my spam to get through, because I always get the newsletter a solid half-day after people begin reporting it

EDIT:

Found it now at least..... Wow... A black unicorn's back-side.... Criterion's "hint" department decided to mail it in for this one huh

ShellOilJunior · 02-17-2011, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

My mail server must be pre-occupied with screening, and then allowing all of my spam to get through, because I always get the newsletter a solid half-day after people begin reporting it

EDIT:

Found it now at least..... Wow... A black unicorn's back-side.... Criterion's "hint" department decided to mail it in for this one huh

You mean it's not a clue for THE LAST MOVIE?

Hendershot737 · 02-17-2011, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Indyjones

Yep. Now, do I go after The Man Who Fell To Earth?

I lucked out on this and found one at my local record store for $30.

I wish you luck

02-17-2011, 02:35 PM	#25632
italy12 Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jan 2010 4K collection:1405 Blu-ray collection:5040 DVD collection:5 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:8	[Show spoiler]The Mikado just dropped down to $25.99 on amazon for those interested...

02-17-2011, 04:34 PM	#25637
ccfixx Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Rhode Island Blu-ray collection:97 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:19	Newsletter is out. Looks like the clue is pointing to Louis Malle's "Black Moon". CC Last edited by ccfixx; 02-17-2011 at 04:37 PM.

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02-17-2011, 03:52 AM	#25624
basso profundo New Member Member since:Feb 2011	And count me as one more who has just blown a ridiculous sum on the Criterion Third Man. I even spent a little extra to get a sealed copy in the original, cardstock packaging, as I'm among the seeming few who actually like those "digipaks."

02-17-2011, 04:24 AM	#25625
shinseiRomeo Blu-ray Duke Top contributor Member since:Jun 2010 Location:US Blu-ray collection:1179 DVD collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 15 Trading Score:30	Review is live: Still Walking Blu-ray Review

02-17-2011, 02:37 PM	#25633
greekak229 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:May 2009 Location:Los Angeles 4K collection:2 Blu-ray collection:1361 DVD collection:3 Blu-ray reviews: 8	I'm so pumped for Sweet Smell of Success. Gonna be a great Blu-ray.

02-17-2011, 03:11 PM	#25635
Arkadin Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Mar 2007 Location:...somewhere in Sweden Blu-ray collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 1 Trading Score:9	I've been obsessed with both Lancaster and Kirk Douglas lately. been buying up all their films on dvd, and watching a ton of them. they really are two of my absolute favorite actors now. I would highly recommend everyone on here rent or buy "Lonely are the Brave" and "Lawman" and check them out. incredible films. I pretty much have enjoyed all of their films, but those 2 really stand out. also really liked "The Killers","Birdman of Alcatraz", and "Gunfight at OK Corrall"

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